live music & arts • community • craft beer • a kitchen that cranks • inspired cocktails • vibes that makes you want to stay a while
Unkel’s Street Eats is a local community food truck serving Latin American inspired food from the months of April to October.
We are located at the Kokanee Park Marina next to Kokanee Creek Provincial Park.
The Association francophone des Kootenays Ouest (AFKO) promotes French language and culture through diverse public art projects and cultural programming that bring together Francophone, Francophile, and Anglophone communities across the Kootenays.
AFKO offers year-round cultural programming that highlights Francophone arts, culture, and heritage:
- Live Performances: Concerts, theatre, storytelling, and bilingual shows presented in collaboration with local venues and touring artists.
- Workshops and Residencies: Educational and bilingual art workshops (music, dance, theatre, visual arts, creative writing) offered in schools and community center, at 807, Baker St.
- Film Screenings and Festivals: French and bilingual film events, including partnerships with local film festivals and cultural organizations.
- Cultural Celebrations: Organization of flagship community events such as Francophonie Week, St-Jean-Baptiste Day, and Black History Month programs.
Community Gatherings: Bilingual cultural nights, family events, and public celebrations fostering intercultural connections.
Welcome to the Historic 1896 Building in beautiful Kaslo, BC. This three-storey relic was built in the year 1896 from bricks made in Kaslo. Nearly 130 years old, the 1896 Building has been fully restored and modernized to provide a vacation rental experience with endless amenities. Conveniently located on Front St., with views of Kootenay Lake and the Purcell mountains, this mixed use building features 3 private short term rentals and a coffee and ice cream shop.
La Ruelle Bakery – French Bakery in Nelson
La Ruelle Bakery is an authentic French Canadian Nelson bakery nestled in a charming back alley in downtown Nelson, BC. In fact, La Ruelle is French for The Alley.
Why Visit La Ruelle Bakery
We specialize in premium sourdough breads, handmade pastries, and fresh lunch-to-go options. Our unique open-concept bakery lets customers watch the bakers in action, creating a welcoming, community-focused atmosphere. Each loaf we bake boasts a crispy crust and a soft, flavourful interior—delighting customers with every bite. View our menu here!
Our Values
Authentically Made: Our passion for baking goes far beyond the kitchen. We’re on a mission to bring people together through the joy of freshly baked, wholesome goods crafted with care. Every product is handmade with love, aiming to evoke comforting memories and the warmth of home. We see our customers as part of our community and strive to share that feeling with every bite.
Locally Focused: As a bakery in Nelson, we use only organic flours and seasonal ingredients sourced from trusted local farms to create high-quality sourdough breads and sustainable baked goods. Committed to supporting our community and the environment, we prioritize local sourcing to ensure freshness, quality, and sustainability.
The Future of Sourdough: Our mission is to be the leading provider of quality sourdough breads in Nelson and to create a strong sense of belonging for our customers. Every product is shaped with love and care, connecting our customers to comforting feelings and cherished memories through our baked goods. Learn more about La Ruelle Bakery and the future of sourdough in Nelson!
Where You Can Find Us
We are located at 281 Herridge Lane, Nelson, BC, tucked away in the back alley.
Our Hours
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday: 8am – 6pm
- Wednesday: 8am – 6pm
- Thursday: 8am – 6pm
- Friday: 8am – 6pm
- Saturday: 8am – 4pm
- Sunday Closed
You can also find us at the Nelson Farmers Market on Wednesdays and Saturdays throughout the summer.
Contact Us
Contact La Ruelle if you need to place an order or have any questions. We’re here to assist with any inquiries or orders!
Ethical Bean-to-Bar & Confections, Micro chocolate factory located downtown Nelson BC.
Shop our delicious bars, bonbons, truffles, hot chocolate mixes & seasonal confections straight from the source.
Relationships through Story!
Storytelling Nelson gathers monthly to inspire the oral tradition. Everyone is welcome and we excel at inclusive welcoming that supports everyone remembering themselves. Storytelling clarifies, where we are, from where we have been, and lights our inner paths to tomorrow.
We offer:
entertainment that builds communication and community.
workshops, presentations, and team building opportunities for any gathering, business, or organization.
Nelson Moosehide Campaign Day: An invitation to create the future!
Nelson Moose Hide Campaign Day is an invitation to a day of ceremony, curiosity, rally, and walk so that we join together to stand against violence towards women, children and all those along the gender continuum. Together we will take practical steps for our collective health and journey to reconciliation.
Fast to End Violence: (optional)
As is common in many cultures, fasting is a symbol of commitment and a way to deepen your intention. We encourage everybody to participate in the fast from sunrise to sunset on Moose Hide Campaign Day.
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5:30 a.m. Sunrise Ceremony at the water Lakeside Walk, 80 Lakeside Dr, Nelson, BC with Sinixt Elder Rick Desautel.
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8:30 a.m. Gather at St. Saviours Church 701 Ward Street to livestream the keynote address with one of Canada’s Most Influential People, Dr. Niigaan Sinclair, Anishinaabe from Peguis First Nation and Campaign Co-founders Raven and Paul Lacerte.
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11:15 a.m. A Walk to End Violence at City Hall
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12:30p.m. Regather at St. Saviours Church for workshop options:
1. Cultivating Safe Spaces with Elaine Alec
2. Indigenous Trauma & Equity Informed Practice with Len Pierre
3. An Introduction to Non-Violent Communication with Rachelle Lamb
4. Kizhe Ininwag: Being a Kind Man with Bob Goulais
5. Meeting the Moment We’re In As Men with Jeff Perera
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5:30p.m. Fast Breaking Feast with drum circle, storytelling, poetry, & singer/songwriters at St. Saviours Church 701 Ward St, Nelson, BC
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Bienvenue to our charming French bakery and café! Nestled in the heart of Fairview, Nelson, our French bakery is a delightful haven for lovers of all things French. Whether you’re popping in for a quick breakfast, a croissant, meeting friends for a leisurely lunch, or indulging in an afternoon treat, our bakery and coffee shop is the perfect rendez-vous spot. So come and experience the joie de vivre in our coffee shop. À bientôt!
Authentic French bakery in Nelson, BC now on Baker Street. We serve buttery croissants, pastries, coffee, breakfast & lunch to go. This location is take-out only—perfect for a quick bite, fancy dessert run, or your daily croissant fix. All made with top ingredients, by our Parisian trained pastry chefs
Chinese and Western
Serving Nelson and area since 1985
COMFORT FOOD WITH A FRENCH FLAIR
Celebrating seasonal and regional ingredients from our unsung heroes, the farmers.
WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT?
Quality breakfast and lunch made with love and care.
Bringing a little comfort food to your day with delicious drinks, sandwiches, and soups.
Our recipes are deeply rooted in the traditions of cooking. We believe that elevated eating starts with the best ingredients for the best flavours. All of our recipes are made from scratch, and we only use local and seasonal ingredients from our unsung heroes; the farmers.
Located in the heart of Railtown at 91 Baker St.
Come say hi,
Your taste buds will thank you!
Authentic Indian Food Spreading delicacies in Kootenays, which makes Tandoori cooking famous around the world because of our traditionally developed special techniques. Our authentic indian chefs will dazzle your palette with a grand selection of finely spiced dishes each day of the week. Enjoy….
We are a creative agency that brings big, bold ideas to life. And we abide by the golden rules that kindness is cool & creativity is king. We love all aspects of the work, from nailing the brief and staying on budget to exceeding our client’s expectations (and their ROI). We pride ourselves in fusing big ideas and creativity with smart strategy and good business. From photo and video production to brand identities and full campaigns — we have your business’ back. Plus, we’re pretty fun to work with.
Creative. Production. Advertising.
JB’s is a family friendly atmosphere, home to…
Delicious home made burgers,
hand cut fries, piled high nachos,
AAA New York Steak, and
Famous Fish and Chips.
Located in Nelson, the Kootenay Bakery Cafe Cooperative creates delicious sweet and savoury baked goods, breakfast, lunch and snacks.
Proud to be an organic bakery cafe’, our cooperative has been serving the Kootenay’s and beyond since 2000.
In addition to classic bakery fare of sourdough bread, bagels, pies, cakes and cookies, we offer products that are gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free and wheat-free without sacrificing taste or quality.
We focus on producing food that is delicious, wholesome and healthy, encompassing various dietary needs.
Event rentals: tents, lights, tables, chairs, Dancefloors, speakers, wireless mics, & heaters.
DJ services
production: audio engineering with high quality sound systems & lighting.
Beauties is a passion project of three friends who like thin NY style pizza, quality draft beer, fun and mischievous cocktails and good times. Located in the dead centre of downtown Nelson, we serve pizza and mischief until midnight every night. Friday nights get wild with a local DJ spinning vinyl from 7pm-late.
Smash Burgers + Fries + Poutine – Keeping it simple, yet delicious!
Ashman’s is dedicated to producing food cooked right. Fresh beef, smashed into a hot griddle producing a tasty seared finish.
Come on down to order or order online: https://ashmansburgers.square.site/
Busaba, we are Nelson’s own authentic Thai restaurant! Here you will relax in our stylish, elegant, and recently renovated space. Surround yourself with beautiful Thai artwork while unwinding with tasteful, soft background music. We feature an open kitchen design where you can enjoy watching our cooks create many delicious authentic Thai dishes.
We offer quality Japanese Sake, selection of BC wines, and are excited to now offer some cocktails. Our signature cocktails consist of ingredients such as lemongrass, Thai basil, chili, lime, and mint. Whether you are dining in or dining out with takeout, Busaba wants to make every occasion a special one.
Halcyon Hot Springs Resort has a wide variety of exclusive accommodations scattered throughout the serene, forested surroundings. Whether travelling for business or on family vacation, Halcyon has the right place for you. From private, exquisite cabins to family style cottages and grandiose loft chalets, our accommodations provide you with that private getaway experience. All our accommodations are within walking distance of the hot springs. With onsite SPA services and the Kingfisher Restaurant, you will not have to worry about a thing. When it comes time to rest, relax and rejuvenate, Halcyon is here for you. Welcome home.
We take pride in providing authentic Indian spices to the people of the Kootenays.
We are Tamils by birth living in the Kootenay region. Being far far away from home, we’ve had many a craving for a simple South Indian meal. The ones which we were lovingly fed by our mothers and grandmothers, where we had no calorie-counting. We wanted to recreate those awesome dishes and present them to our beloved Kootenay community.
Kootenay Tamil Kitchen is a South Indian Restaurant in Nelson, BC. We serve real authentic South Indian food exclusive for the people of Kootenays. We are Tamils by birth living in the Kootenay region. Being far far away from home, we’ve had many a craving for a simple South Indian meal. The ones which we were lovingly fed by our mothers and grandmothers, where we had no calorie-counting. We wanted to recreate those awesome dishes and present them to our beloved Kootenay community.
Wild Smile Events is an event planning and management company that aids spirited clients in curating events that are memorable and connective for all in attendance. We specialize in non-traditional, outdoor and adventure type weddings, elopements and social events. We also have extensive knowledge in fundraising, corporate and community event planning, as well.
Our service offerings include, Full and Partial Event Planning, Event Design, Event Coordination/Management, Hourly Consultations and Rentals.
The Frog peak cafe opened its doors in the summer of 2005 and has been happily serving the community breakfast and lunch ever since. We strive to support as many local farmers and use fresh ingredients in all of our food. The frog peak cafe is a busy community hub that also supports a thriving art community with monthly art shows featuring local artists. The 120 year old building is sitting on 1 acer of beautiful gardens with stone patios and a large play area for children. If you are looking for adventure then take our free bikes out for a ride on the rails to trails a beautiful trail meandering along the slocan river that starts right in front of the cafe. We look forward to feeding and serving our community every day.
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